Erice Biophysics 2026 - Chromatin landscapes
International School of Biophysics «Antonio Borsellino»

Chromatin landscapes

Linking physical reality with biological destiny
 

51st Course · Erice, Sicily · 15–21 October 2026

Ettore Majorana Foundation and Centre for Scientific Culture

International School of Biophysics

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51st Course
Chromatin landscapes: Linking physical reality with biological destiny
15–21 October 2026
Erice, Sicily, Italy
Directors
R. Bizzarri · A. Diaspro · E. Hinde
51st Course

Purpose of the Course

 

The 51st Course of the International School of Biophysics «Antonio Borsellino» will explore the physical principles underlying chromatin organization and dynamics, and how chromatin structure contributes to the regulation of biological function and cellular identity.

Chromatin is a highly dynamic and multiscale system in which DNA, proteins and molecular interactions generate complex spatial and temporal organization. Understanding these landscapes requires the integration of concepts and methods from biophysics, molecular and cellular biology, quantitative imaging, structural biology and computational modelling.

The Course will bring together internationally recognized scientists and young researchers to discuss current advances in chromatin biophysics, from molecular-scale mechanisms to higher-order genome organization and their relationship with biological function.

Particular attention will be devoted to the connection between physical reality and biological destiny, exploring how physical properties, molecular interactions and chromatin architecture influence gene regulation, cellular states and biological processes.

Erice 2026

Registration Information

 

Applications are encouraged from young scientists, PhD students and postdoctoral researchers interested in the topics of the School.

Participants will have the opportunity to present and discuss their research and interact with lecturers and researchers throughout the Course.

Information concerning registration, fees, deadlines and application procedures is available on the Registration page.

Registration Information

Supported by

Fondazione Golinelli

Fondazione Golinelli
Organized by

Scientific Organizations

SIBPA Società Italiana di Biofisica Pura e Applicata
EBSA European Biophysical Societies' Association